Contributing Institution:
Dept. of Special Collections & University Archives

Language of Material:
English

Physical Description:
8.5 Linear feet

Date (inclusive): 1902-1979

Abstract: The collection is primarily letters and documents written by Steinbeck to family, friends and business associates. Also included
are letters written to Steinbeck and letters written about him. Includes manuscripts and typescripts of works by Steinbeck,
proofs of books, tearsheets, and photocopies of published works by him. Reviews of Steinbeck's work, articles about him, press
coverage of his travels, memorabilia, photographs, and artwork complete the collection.

The collection is primarily letters and documents written by Steinbeck to family, friends and business associates. Also included
are letters written to Steinbeck and letters written about him. Includes manuscripts and typescripts of works by Steinbeck,
proofs of books, tearsheets, and photocopies of published works by him. Reviews of Steinbeck's work, articles about him, press
coverage of his travels, memorabilia, photographs, and artwork complete the collection.

Biography / Administrative History

John Ernst Steinbeck was born in Salinas, California 27 February 1902. He was the author of short stories and novels, of which
some became plays and films. He died in New York City 20 December 1968.

Acquisition Information

Gifts and purchases from various sources.

Preferred Citation

John Steinbeck collection, M0263. Dept. of Special Collections, Stanford University Libraries, Stanford, Calif.

Publication Rights

The library does not have full title to the portion of the collection comprising Steinbeck's letters to Elaine Steinbeck (78-011).
This material cannot be photocopied without first obtaining permission through Julie Fallowfield at the address below.

Copyright administered by:

Mc Intosh and Otis, Inc.

475 Fifth Ave.

New York, NY 10017

Attention: Julie Fallowfield

Property rights reside with the repository. Literary rights reside with the creators of the documents or their heirs. To obtain
permission to publish or reproduce, please contact the Public Services Librarian of the Dept. of Special Collections.

Access

Collection is open for research; materials must be requested at least 24 hours in advance of intended use.